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History is made by those who are unafraid to push the envelope and redefine the society in which they live. Encourage your students to examine the men and women who worked to make America what it is today with this creative activity. FIND OUT MORE »
Lesson Plan Reviews
Evaluate key elements of effective teaching
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Messages of Houses and Their Contents, 1780-1820 
Examining changes in early American homes helps interpret the past. It [...] »
Examining the Korean War 
Allow students to explore historical events through multiple perspectives [...] »
English Language Learners
Instructional strategies and resources for ELL
Using Visuals to Build Interest and Understanding 
Using primary source images to help English Language Learners build [...] »
Talking History 
Students shy or hesitant to speak up? Check out these tips to get students [...] »
Teaching Guides
Explore new teaching methods and approaches
Structured Academic Controversy (SAC) 
Are classroom discussions about winning the argument or about understanding [...] »
Truth in Transit: Crafting Meaningful Field Trips 
Leave your students with intellectually and emotionally significant memories [...] »
Webquest, Inquiry, and Lincoln’s Views on Technology 
Searching for new, exciting ways to engage your students in the classroom? [...] »
Stop Action and Assess Alternatives 
Teach students to explore contingency with this great lesson plan idea.
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Tackling Tough Topics 
Race, ethics, stereotyping—all are thorny issues integral to our history. [...] »